(CHR) Community Health Resources, Inc.
Foster Care Clinical Program Director: Functional Family Therapy Foster Care (FF
(CHR) Community Health Resources, Inc., Manchester, Connecticut, us, 06040
Foster Care Clinical Program Director: Functional Family Therapy Foster Care (FFT-FC)- 6404
Job Category : Management and Supervisory
Requisition Number : CLINI006404
Posted : October 22, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
Locations Showing 1 location
Center Street II 469 Center Street Manchester, CT 06040, USA
With a career at CHR, you can look forward to a respectful workplace, an inclusive culture, and most importantly, a family. A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it’s like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.
JOB TITLE:
Clinical Program Director
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Full-time, 40 hours/week
SCHEDULED HOURS:
Monday- Friday, Flexible, some evenings required & on call nights and weekends
PROGRAM/LOCATION:
Functional Family Therapy Foster Care, Manchester, CT
Functional Family Therapy- Foster Care (FFT-FC) is an evidence-based in-home clinical intervention with a relational focus on the family unit for DCF-involved children. In addition to clinical treatment, FFT-FC also offers corresponding case management services with a Family Specialist. Birth Families and Foster Families are the primary unit of intervention. FFT-FC is built on the core FFT model; it is completed with the foster family and moves to your working with the birth family when the youth is preparing for reunification and after.
Position Highlights
Competitive benefits package & sign-on bonus offered.
Opportunity to diversify your clinical experience.
Supportive team environment to grow your career!
Voted the Top Workplace in CT for the last 12 years in a row!!!
Duties & Responsibilities
Provides clinical direction and leadership within the Team.
Ensures clients receive services that are focused on presenting problems and clients’ request for treatment.
Directs crisis intervention efforts and intervenes as required.
Monitors client meetings, admission, continued stay and discharge criteria.
Reviews caseloads regularly to ensure appropriate utilization of services.
Oversees hiring, training, and performance management of staff within the program.
Participates in internal and external meetings as needed by program and agency.
Ensures client, program and agency documentation is completed in a timely manner and according to program, agency, funder and accreditation/licensing standards.
Acts as primary point person for program and provides back up coverage as needed by program and agency.
Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
Will collaborate across teams and divisions to improve quality, workflow, and communication to improve efficiency and general outcomes
Ensures timely completion of reports.
Oversees completion of chart audits.
Ensures completion of insurance authorization for services rendered as necessary.
Develop and executes marketing plan for program as needed
On call coverage during and after program hours as assigned.
Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
Participates in committees to improve agency service delivery and quality improvement.
Responsible for program budgets and productivity expectations
Ensures compliance with regulating bodies.
Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Education:
Master’s degree in mental health related field.
Experience:
A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a Clinician. Two years of clinical supervisory experience or management in a behavioral health setting preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist required in state of CT. For OTP programs only, LADC can be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist.
Why Join CHR
Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!
Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Annual wellness stipend.
FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.
Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
COMPENSATION* Starting at $70,581/yr min., and up commensurate upon experience.
*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as, adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Requisition Number : CLINI006404
Posted : October 22, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
Locations Showing 1 location
Center Street II 469 Center Street Manchester, CT 06040, USA
With a career at CHR, you can look forward to a respectful workplace, an inclusive culture, and most importantly, a family. A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it’s like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.
JOB TITLE:
Clinical Program Director
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Full-time, 40 hours/week
SCHEDULED HOURS:
Monday- Friday, Flexible, some evenings required & on call nights and weekends
PROGRAM/LOCATION:
Functional Family Therapy Foster Care, Manchester, CT
Functional Family Therapy- Foster Care (FFT-FC) is an evidence-based in-home clinical intervention with a relational focus on the family unit for DCF-involved children. In addition to clinical treatment, FFT-FC also offers corresponding case management services with a Family Specialist. Birth Families and Foster Families are the primary unit of intervention. FFT-FC is built on the core FFT model; it is completed with the foster family and moves to your working with the birth family when the youth is preparing for reunification and after.
Position Highlights
Competitive benefits package & sign-on bonus offered.
Opportunity to diversify your clinical experience.
Supportive team environment to grow your career!
Voted the Top Workplace in CT for the last 12 years in a row!!!
Duties & Responsibilities
Provides clinical direction and leadership within the Team.
Ensures clients receive services that are focused on presenting problems and clients’ request for treatment.
Directs crisis intervention efforts and intervenes as required.
Monitors client meetings, admission, continued stay and discharge criteria.
Reviews caseloads regularly to ensure appropriate utilization of services.
Oversees hiring, training, and performance management of staff within the program.
Participates in internal and external meetings as needed by program and agency.
Ensures client, program and agency documentation is completed in a timely manner and according to program, agency, funder and accreditation/licensing standards.
Acts as primary point person for program and provides back up coverage as needed by program and agency.
Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
Will collaborate across teams and divisions to improve quality, workflow, and communication to improve efficiency and general outcomes
Ensures timely completion of reports.
Oversees completion of chart audits.
Ensures completion of insurance authorization for services rendered as necessary.
Develop and executes marketing plan for program as needed
On call coverage during and after program hours as assigned.
Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
Participates in committees to improve agency service delivery and quality improvement.
Responsible for program budgets and productivity expectations
Ensures compliance with regulating bodies.
Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Education:
Master’s degree in mental health related field.
Experience:
A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a Clinician. Two years of clinical supervisory experience or management in a behavioral health setting preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist required in state of CT. For OTP programs only, LADC can be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist.
Why Join CHR
Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!
Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Annual wellness stipend.
FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.
Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
COMPENSATION* Starting at $70,581/yr min., and up commensurate upon experience.
*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as, adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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